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Benefits of having plastic surgery in the winter

Men and women throughout Calgary, Edmonton, Red Deer, and Canmore turn to plastic surgery for many different reasons. A common reason, however, is to boost their confidence by enhancing and defining the appearance of their body contours.

Most of these patients link this desire to the summer months when they can show off their physiques in bathing suits, shorts and sundresses. Unfortunately, plastic surgery is something of a multi-step process in that it requires planning, a surgical date and a recovery period. This recovery period can last anywhere from a couple of weeks to a couple of months.

….so, what are the benefits of having plastic surgery in the winter? To ensure that your recovery will not interfere with your summer plans, consider scheduling your plastic surgery procedure during the winter months so that you have plenty of time to heal. By planning ahead, you can enjoy the warm, summer months participating in something you love, not spending it recovering inside on the couch.

 

Scars fade

While scarring is an inevitable part of plastic surgery or any other type of surgery, the scarring is always at its worst immediately after the procedure. Even after the wound heals, scars will be red, raised and swollen.

While it can sometimes take years for all of the discolorations to fade to their final appearance, a significant amount of scar healing happens within the first few months. By choosing to have your surgery during the winter, you are giving your scars ample time to heal and fade before summer, when you may want to show off your figure and expose the areas where scarring is present.

This timing can be especially beneficial for procedures such as tummy tuck, breast augmentation and liposuction procedures

 

Swelling disappears

Just as scars can take months to lose their initial redness, swelling can be noticeable for the same amount of time. The majority of swelling subsides after a few weeks, but the rest of it can take up to six months to fully dissipate. The presence of this swelling affects the overall quality of your results and hinders the appearance of your final contour.

Plan for your surgery early so that all of the expected swelling is gone before summer.

 

Cold weather allows for easier concealment

Even after you have been cleared to return to your normal activities and routines, you may still experience the visible effects of the recovery process. Winter allows for easier concealment of these recovery effects. Long sleeves, loose sweaters and scarves all enable you to hide the treatment areas until you feel ready to show off your results.

 

Starting your plastic surgery journey

If you think that plastic surgery might be right for you and your aesthetic goals, be sure to meet with a board-certified plastic surgeon for a consultation. Dr. Laliberte at Radiance Plastic Surgery is a board-certified plastic surgeon with over 10 years of plastic surgery experience. His artistic and highly technical approach produces natural results tailored to enhance and complement your specific goals and circumstances. 

If you are interested in learning more about surgical procedures, or to book a consultation, please complete our online form, call us, or email us at office@radianceplasticsurgery.ca.

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